Community Corner
NSYMCA Hosts School Supply Drive for Schools in Northern Chicagoland
School Supply Drive Now Through July 31
As many local families face financial hardship, the North Suburban YMCA is working to ensure that students in the Northern Chicagoland area have the supplies they need to start the school year off right. To do that, the Y is hosting a school supply drive through July 31. The schools slotted for the donations include Twain Elementary Schools in Wheeling’s School District 21 and Forrestal Elementary in Great Lake’s School District 187 (K-3). The drive is a collaborative effort made possible by the YMCA’s Social Responsibility Committee.
“Having access to proper school supplies is an integral part of a student’s success. Our goal for this drive and for our Social Responsibility Committee at the NSYMCA, is to help kids achieve success while lessening the financial burden that many students, families, and teachers face in the fall. We believe that when we help even one child, we help build a better future for everyone,” said Kim Gruemmer, a member of the NSYMCA Social Responsibility Committee.
The school supplies being collected at the Y include:
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- Paper
- Scissors
- Notebooks
- Crayons
- Washable Markers
- Pencils
- Glue Sticks
- Grade School Reading Books
- New backpacks, book bags, and messenger bags.
- Monetary donations
All school supply and monetary donations can be made at the NSYMCA facility located at 2705 Techny Road in Northbrook. The NSYMCA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, open and accessible to all. For more information visit www.nsymca.org or call 847-272-7250.
The North Suburban YMCA services Northbrook and 14 surrounding communities with programs and tools that help its residents become healthier, more connected, and confident, ensuring that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. The NSYMCA focuses on Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility and is a charitable organization, inclusive and welcoming to all in our community. Learn more at NSYMCA.org.
